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Outpatient Surgery Magazine connects the ambulatory surgery community – and offers OR leaders a place to exchange ideas, learn about emerging trends and discover in-the-field solutions to daily
challenges – providing the knowledge and tools to deliver high-quality care in the outpatient environment and keep healthcare workers and surgical patients safe.
September 2025
Retained Surgical Items Reports on the Rise
A mix of manual protocols and technological assistance is the key to preventing this sentinel event.
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